Venice

15 Best Venice Private Tours

Private guides in Venice, the city that rewards local knowledge more than almost anywhere. A licensed guide can walk you into the basilica and the palace with timed entries already handled, then lose the crowds in Cannaregio. Book well ahead for September and Carnival.

1.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

Nurture your curiosity as you delve into the artistry of Murano and Burano islands on a private boat tour, uncovering hidden treasures at every turn.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Chaira has great energy and is not only a knowledgeable guide but gave everyone on the boat help about restaurants and special places beyond the tour”

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2.Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with Glassmaking

Discover Venice’s hidden charm with this guided boat tour to Murano and Burano, featuring glassmaking, lace artisans, and colorful streets for an authentic experience.

★ 4.7

“Very easy to find the starting point. Serena was a friendly, knowledgeable guide! The tour was not only informative but very interesting and beautiful. A great use of time- never boring! Thank you so much Serena!”

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3.Venice: Private Gondola Cruise for up to 5 Passengers

Experience the magic of Venice with a private gondola cruise for up to 5 passengers. Discover the city's hidden gems and create unforgettable memories. Book now!

★ 3.7

“Excellent activity, pre-booking meant doing away with the stress of not knowing where to go or what to do. However there were cheaper gondoliers readily available!”

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6.Private Best of Venice Walking Tour With St Marks Basilica

Discover the hidden gems of Venice on our exclusive walking tour! Explore St. Mark's Basilica and uncover the city's secrets with our expert guide. Book now!

★ 4.0

“Francesca was our tour guide and she was excellent. She spoke into a microphone that wirelessly connected to earphones that she gave us. She was attentive to making sure we could hear her as we traveled through the busy Venice streets. She filled in our…”

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7.Private Tour on Murano Island: Discover the Art of Artisanal Glassblowing

Explore the mesmerizing world of artisanal glassblowing on a private tour of Murano Island. Uncover the secrets of this ancient craft firsthand!

★ 5.0

“This was an excellent three-hour tour from Venice to Murano and back! Our tour guide, Vittorio, was a local Venetian and so friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed visiting a Murano Glass factory to witness firsthand the incredible skill of glass blowing. Our tour then of…”

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9.Venice: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover Venice through a personalized private walking tour with a passionate local, uncovering hidden gems, local stories, and authentic city life.

★ 4.6

“Vittoria was wonderful, knowledgeable and flexible with our walking tour of Venice. We loved meandering through the streets and seeing the less-well traveled areas away from the tourist spots. Thank you for a wonderful experience!”

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10.Venice: Private Gondola Ride

Wander through Venice's enchanting canals on a private gondola ride, where timeless charm and hidden treasures await...

★ 3.6

“The staff were helpful and friendly. We turned up slightly earlier than planned as the meeting point was very easy to find but this was no problem and we put on the next available gondola. The ride was smooth and relaxing and the guide skilfully…”

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11.Venice: Private Tour With a Local Guide

Discover the enchanting secrets of Venice with a local guide. Explore hidden gems, indulge in authentic cuisine, and create unforgettable memories. Book your private tour now!

★ 4.6

“Luis was a great guide. Just the right balance between historical and touristy. We would never have seen that much or learnt so much on our own in a limited time.”

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12.Private 4hrs Venice Tour: Doge’s Palace, Grand Canal & St Mark’s

Explore Venice’s top sights with this private 4-hour tour featuring skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, plus a scenic Grand Canal cruise.

★ 4.5

“We were helped by Cristina and Ariana to see the Doges Palace as well as the Basilica and Walking Tour. Both were excellent guides who were extremely knowledgeable. They were really good at showing us the important sights but also making it personal and answering…”

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14.The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Venice: The 10 Tastings

Indulge in Venice's culinary delights with our award-winning private food tour. Discover 10 mouthwatering tastings that will leave you craving for more. Click now!

★ 4.5

“Not only did we taste a variety of foods we also learned much about Venice’s history and life in modern day Venice. Claudia was great!”

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15.Create Your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson With Local Artisan

Learn the mesmerizing art of glasswork from a local artisan! Unleash your creativity and create stunning masterpieces in a private lesson. Book now!

★ 5.0

“This workshop was amazing and worth every penny ! Massimiliano was amazing and you can see his true passion for glass artwork. He really helped us with our art. I would absolutely recommend this workshop!”

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4.5Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$29.00 4.5Private Excursion by Typical Venetian Motorboat to Murano, Burano and Torcello4 hours (approx.)$241.86 4.5Venice: Romantic Private Gondola Ride on Grand Canal5 to 6 hours (approx.)$162.92 4.4Venice: Murano Island and Glass Factory Private Guided Tour3 - 4 hours$32 4.8Venice: Private Entry Doge Palace & St. Mark Terraces Tour2.5 hours$72 4.0Private Gondola Tour in Venice off the Beaten Track30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$95.78 5.0Create Your Glass Artwork: Private Lesson With Local Artisan in Venice1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$95.58 5.0Private Doges Palace and Saint Marks Basilica Walking Tour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$240.76 4.5Murano by Private Watertaxi Including Glass Blowing Demo With Hotel Pickup2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$54.31 4.5Venice Marco Polo Airport Private Departure Transfer30 minutes (approx.)$301.71 4.0Private Secret Venice Tour; Rialto Market, San Polo & Food and Wine Tasting2 hours (approx.)$257.05 4.7Venice: Private Custom Tour With a Local Guide2 - 8 hours$59 4.0Private Tour: Venice Gondola Ride With Serenade30 minutes (approx.)$438.53 4.54 Hours Private Boat Tour to Murano, Burano Cover Winter Boat4 hours (approx.)$216.02 5.0Venice Doges Palace & St. Marks Semi-Private Tour, Max 6 People2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$228.66 4.2From Venice: Murano and Burano Private Tour With Transfer$124.61 4.1Venice: Private Grand Canal Gondola Ride from Rialto$283.21 4.0Private Guided Tour: Venice Gondola Ride Including the Grand Canal30 minutes (approx.)$343.48 5.0Private Boat Tour Murano Burano Torcello With Real Local Guide4 hours to 4 hours 40 minutes (approx.)$170.00 4.5Private Venice Canal Cruise: 2-Hour Grand Canal and Secret Canals2 hours (approx.)$521.33 5.0Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Venice Private Tour3 hours (approx.)$328.95 4.5Private Tour: Venice Half-Day Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$181.41 4.2Venice: Grand Canal Private Boat Trip$212.41 5.0Off the Beaten Track in Venice: Private City Tour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$146.33